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James Foglio

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James is a Basketball Insiders contributor. He earned his bachelor's degree in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University. James enjoys watching sports and helping gamblers win money.

Articles by James Foglio (3882)

Suns exploring multiple options with Chris Paul, including a trade, or waiving and re-signing

The Phoenix Suns have informed Chris Paul that they intend to find a resolution this offseason that suits the 12-time All-Star and the Suns organization, which includes a potential trade or parting ways, per multiple sources. In July 2021, Paul signed a four-year, $120 million contract with Phoenix. Approximately $75,000,000 is fully guaranteed, and Paul’s […]

James Foglio  •  08 Jun 2023
Nuggets coach Michael Malone on Game 3 effort by Jokic, Murray: ‘By far, their greatest performance as a duo’

Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone admired the Game 3 outings of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray in Wednesday night’s 109-94 win over the Miami Heat in the 2023 NBA Finals. Jokic and Murray became the first teammates in NBA history to each record a 30-point triple-double in the same game (regular season or playoffs). “I’ve […]

James Foglio  •  08 Jun 2023
Nikola Jokic, Jason Kidd only players in NBA history to average a triple-double in playoffs after 10+ games

Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets and Hall of Fame guard Jason Kidd are the only two players in NBA history to average a triple-double in the playoffs after 10 or more appearances. Through 18 starts of the 2023 NBA Playoffs, Jokic is averaging 30.5 points, 13.4 rebounds, 10.1 assists, 1.0 steal, and 39.4 minutes […]

James Foglio  •  08 Jun 2023
NBA Rumors: Magic are targeting Grant Williams, Gary Trent Jr. this offseason

One of the latest NBA rumors pertains to the Orlando Magic targeting Boston Celtics forward Grant Williams and Toronto Raptors guard Gary Trent Jr. when free agency begins this offseason, according to sources. “He is 24, he has proven his chops, on both ends,” an Eastern Conference executive told Sean Deveney of Heavy on Williams. […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023
Damian Lillard says Miami is his preferred destination in hypothetical trade

Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers told Brian Custer on Showtime’s “The Last Stand” that Miami is his preferred destination in a hypothetical trade scenario. Other NBA teams Custer mentioned to the seven-time All-Star included the New York Knicks, Boston Celtics, and Brooklyn Nets. “Miami, obviously,” replied Lillard with a laugh. “Miami is the […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023
Hornets projected to draft Alabama forward Brandon Miller No. 2 overall

The Charlotte Hornets are projected to select Alabama freshman forward Brandon Miller No. 2 overall in the 2023 NBA Draft, according to sources. Hornets G.M. Mitch Kupchak is working to improve Charlotte’s frontcourt, and the 6-foot-9, 200-pound wing is expected to be a suitable teammate for LaMelo Ball. In 37 starts with Alabama in the […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023
Josh Hart opting out with Knicks, plans to remain in New York

Josh Hart declined his $12.96 million player option for the 2023-24 season with the New York Knicks, but the sixth-year guard/forward hopes to re-sign with the team this coming offseason. Hart had until June 24 to decide whether or not to exercise his option. The Villanova product also earned $12.96 million with the Knicks for […]

James Foglio  •  07 Jun 2023
Heat guard Tyler Herro (right hand) ruled out for Game 3 vs. Nuggets

Miami Heat star Tyler Herro (right hand) has been ruled out for Game 3 of the 2023 NBA Finals against the Denver Nuggets. “I’m told that Game 2 on Sunday looms as a possibility for Tyler Herro,” ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported last Thursday. “He’ll have a couple more days here to test out that fractured right […]

James Foglio  •  06 Jun 2023
Heat guard Tyler Herro (right hand) could return for Game 2 vs. Nuggets

Miami Heat star Tyler Herro (right hand) was ruled out for Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals against the Denver Nuggets, but a return for Game 2 is realistic for the 6-foot-5 guard. “I’m told that Game 2 on Sunday looms as a possibility for Tyler Herro,” ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported on Thursday. “He’ll […]

James Foglio  •  06 Jun 2023
NBA Finals 2023 Game 2 Becomes Highest-Rated Nuggets Game In Denver Market

The 2023 NBA Finals series opener saw a decrease in viewership compared to last year’s Warriors-Celtics series, but Sunday night’s Game 2 became the highest-rated Nuggets game in the Denver market. Game 2 also posted a 3% increase in viewership from last year’s second NBA Finals game. In Denver, Game 2 averaged a 22.3 rating. […]

James Foglio  •  06 Jun 2023